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Rex Roy, Editor
Experts from TheCarConnection.com were among the first journalists to drive the Lincoln MKS. These experiences, plus our reviews of other trusted opinions from the Web, enable TheCarConnection.com team to offer you a definitive opinion on this luxurious sedan from Detroit. This ...
By Rex Roy, Editor
2009 LINCOLN MKS STYLING | [8 out of 10] Automobile: "adorned simply and effectively" Edmunds: "presents itself convincingly as a luxury car" Autoblog: "MKS has far more presence" Jalopnik: "it does look pretty damn cool" The 2009 Lincoln MKS's distinctive styling sets it apart from its close kin. The MKS is the first production Lincoln to use the division's new grille design, which the company previewed on the MKS and MKT auto show concept vehicles. The winged design reaches back to Edsel Ford's 1941 Continental and gives the newest Lincoln a welcome bit of character that's grounded in something other than a designer's imagination. Just about every review recognized that Lincoln has been wandering in the design desert for decades, but they all agreed that the 2009 Lincoln MKS was a step in the right direction. Edmunds admitted, "After so many fits and ...
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What Edmunds.com says A mix of modern features and accessories puts the 2009 Lincoln MKS a step ahead of some rivals, but subpar performance and a steep MSRP make it hard to say where this... Read full review
Overview The all-new 2009 Lincoln MKS is something different for this proud luxury marquee: a full-size sedan with its sights set on the young (by Lincoln standards). As such, the MKS is a... Read full review
Highs: Classy textures inside blinged up with chrome jewelry, superlegible dash display, easy-to-use navigation. Lows: Michelin 20-inchers add steering quirks, Mary J. Blige buzzes the... Read full review
The 2009 MKS has a lot of technology within the vehicle, but suffers from Ford/Lincoln quality. My new MKS has several issues which should have been detective by the dealer. First, paint is... Read full review
Traded in the venerable Mercury Grand Marquis for the MKS and thought I was spoiled with the Mercury's ride. This car has a supurb ride and handles like a sportscar at the same time. The... Read full review
We recently took delivery of a loaded MKS. The first thing you notice is the seating position is upright and high like a crossover. This is fine but takes some adjusting. The ride is... Read full review
| Trim | MSRP / Invoice | Fuel Econ |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Lincoln MKS: 4dr Sedan FWD | $37,665 / $34,718 | City: 17 Hwy: 24 |
| 2009 Lincoln MKS: 4dr Sedan AWD | $39,555 / $36,419 | City: 16 Hwy: 23 |
Experts from TheCarConnection.com were among the first journalists to drive the Lincoln MKS. These experiences, plus our reviews of other trusted opinions from the ... Read full bottom line
2009 LINCOLN MKS STYLING | [8 out of 10] Automobile: "adorned simply and effectively" Edmunds: "presents itself convincingly as a luxury car" Autoblog: "MKS ... Read full review
for the 2009 Lincoln MKS from a dealer near you.
2009
MSRP: $37,665 - $39,555
The 2009 MKS has a lot of technology within the vehicle, but suffers from Ford/Lincoln quality. My new MKS has several issues which should have been detective... Read more
Traded in the venerable Mercury Grand Marquis for the MKS and thought I was spoiled with the Mercury's ride. This car has a supurb ride and handles like a... Read more
We recently took delivery of a loaded MKS. The first thing you notice is the seating position is upright and high like a crossover. This is fine but takes some... Read more
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Comments (12 total)
UGLY
By Jeff | Posted: 18/6/2008
It was a nice try, but now I know what happened to all of the overstocked Hyundai XG350 tail lights. I get dizzy looking at the chrome front end elements going different directions. The dash is very nice until you focus in on the gauges that look like they belong in a 1977 Thunderbird
Good Effort by Lincoln
By Larry | Posted: 20/6/2008
This is a good looking vehicle produced by Lincoln. It results in a well appointed mid-luxury vehicle to compete with the Lexus ES, Acura RL, Nissan Mxx, Cadillac STS and the Chrysler.......They are still working on it.
It's bigger than it looks
By Daniel Ho | Posted: 22/6/2008
The MKS is about the same size as the A8L, 750iL, S550, and LS600hL. Against those cars, it's a bargain. I think it's a clever marketing position, being an AWD fullsize flagship but at least half the price of those cars. Whether the public perceives the advantage, it's not clear. I don't see Lincoln publicizing it's size as a selling feature.
Frank
By Frank | Posted: 24/6/2008
The only way Larry could have made those positive comments about the Lincoln and the negative comments about the best in class, all the others, is because he's living under a rock.
it's ok
By rob | Posted: 28/6/2008
too bad it's front wheel drive I prefer lexus or BMW for this $
Chrome is Dangerous.....to some
By Larry | Posted: 30/6/2008
You must suufer from epilepsy Jeff if all the chrome on the Lincoln causes you to have a fit. It must be horrible for you in a modern kitchen with all the stainless steel appliances. Perhaps with your condition, you should not be commenting on car styling because it is obvious that ALL car manufactureres are adding chrome details to their vehicles for styling purposes. I hope you get better
I love chrome, when it's done well
By Jeff | Posted: 30/6/2008
Larry, I love the chrome trim everyone is coming back with. Nearly everyone adding chrome is doing it well. But this car has an over powering vertical grille on top of the horizontal chrome strips of the lower air dam, which sit next to odd shaped fog light chrome surrounds. Except for the top lines of the grille and headlights, not a single line on the front end flows with any other element. Sorry Larry, this is just my opinion. The rest of the car is not bad.
Mr.
By Ike | Posted: 1/7/2008
I love this car. It has very clean uncluttered lines. I think the crhome is a nice touch, but not overdone. The fit and finish on the car is on par if not better than the rest. Tons of technology features. the 3.7 has more than enough power. It feels a lot stronger than the horsepower posted. Thousands less and a much better buy than the imports.
An Absolute Beauty
By Stuart Schwartz | Posted: 5/7/2008
It's gorgeous car and now that I've finally driven one I have to say that Lincoln has a real winner on their hands. Rides nicer and handles better than the more expensive imports. The navigation system is the best of any car out there now.
Well Done!
By Jonathon | Posted: 20/8/2008
This is the best American car that I've driven since the '70s and I'd consider buying it, but would definitely wait until the twin-turbo comes out, hopefully with a sport-tuned suspension. Come on Ford! You've gone so far with this one, why not go all the way?
Made My Choice
By CBond | Posted: 2/9/2008
After testing the Lexus 350, Acura RL and the Cadillac CTS I chose the Lincoln MKS. The interior is roomier, and better appointed than any of the others. The technology is fantastic - all the way down to the jukebox. The ride is magnificent. It took a while to warm up to the new front grille and the rest of the outside is ok, but it was the ride and the interior that sold me. well done!
Most Exciting Midsedan
By phil | Posted: 10/9/2008
Tested most if not all in same class and dollar range. Found MKS to be the best and most innovative choice in a rather unexciting universe. BMW 528i, Lexus E and GS, Audi A6, Mercedes E, Caddy CTS, all left me feeling mostly bored. The MKS gives you all the options at 47k. Most of the others are unexciting or need to add big $$ to get the goods. Still MKS technology and options are superior for the new age. No, its not a European sports car, besides we are talking mid-sedan anyway but, for the money it does the job well. Lincoln hit it big on this one.
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